In January we held the fire safety class for Fun on the Farm. We had a great time learning all the aspects of fire safety. Here is a slide show showing you the highlights. I am hoping in the near future to get up a lesson plan and resource list for you. In the meantime, enjoy the show
~ EVENT ~
WHAT:
Fire Safety Class for Kids (all ages)
WHEN:
Friday, January 29
WHERE:
Lisa’s farm in Littlerock
TIME:
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
WHO:
This class is open to any homeschoolers, all ages, willing to visit
the Dingman’s farm in Littlerock (1-hour drive from SCV). Note: This
class is geared towards elementary school-aged children; but junior
high school students will also find the workshop informative. High
school children can also participate by helping Lisa teach the class.
If your high school child is interested in helping, please email Lisa
at schoolonthefarm@msn.com, and she will contact you directly.
COST:
FREE!!!!!!!
DETAILS:
(from Lisa D.) My grandfather was a fireman, and he put in our hearts
the importance of being fire safe. I have made sure to pass that
information along to my children by teaching them fire safety once a
year. This year, we would like to bring a Fire Safety Class to your
children. Remember, fires can happen in an instant; and it is very
important for your children to know what to do and how to get out of
dangerous situations. Our homes and material goods can be replaced;
but family is irreplaceable!
During the Fire Safety Class, students will learn all aspects of
being “fire safe.” Lisa will teach your children about flammable
liquids, gases and greases in the home; electrical fire safety; how to
work a fire extinguisher; all about EDITH (Exit Drills In The Home);
candling with care; planning how to escape a fire; and much, much
more. The children will be involved in creating maps for their
families’ protection and even trying on fire suits! Many surprises are
in store! All children will go home with an activity book containing
fun things, like coloring pages, a disaster plan worksheet, handouts,
and more to enhance their learning experience.
All fire safety information will be obtained from the The National
Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and will be presented to your
children in a fun, interactive, educational class setting.
ACTIVITY BOOK DONATIONS:
All fire safety activity books will be donated by “Mom Teaches
Success” www.momteachessuccess.info and by “Success in Home Biz”
www.successinhomebiz.com .
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This year we are launching a new program called “Fun On The Farm”
This will be open to any homeschooled families willing to make the drive to the farm in Littlerock. We will have a minimal charge for the program but it will be figured on a monthly basis according to the activity planned. We will be meeting once a month on Friday and every month there after on the last Friday of the month. Class will begin promptly at 1:00 pm until 4:00 with fellowship time afterwards. This program will be for all ages.
You will not have to sign up for the whole year of classes as the projects will be given month by month. The projects will be posted the first day of the month by going to my website at www.momteachessuccess.info Sign ups will begin on the first day of the month and will be close by the 15th so I can prepare. On many of the projects we will offer prizes and/or certificates ranging in different categories which will be announced along with the project.
We will have projects in Science, history, cooking and more. We will be studying in a group setting and in an almost unit study atmosphere, we will offer different levels of learning making it fun and educational for all ages.
Teens- we will have special assignments for those of you who wish to help with demonstrations and the teaching. Additionally, will be able to incorporate your skills into a great monthly assignment to add into your curriculum. From science to cooking we will have an extension for you and your grade level.
I am offering my classes on the last Friday of the month.
Sept 25 The Great cardboard Boat Races. This activity can be a challenge for any age. Kids, grab your mom and dad, sisters and brothers, for this fun family activity. Teens, how about joining forces with your friends and create a memory? Get all the details by going to http://momteachessuccess.info/?p=127 to find out all the information and to get the latest details. Hurry, sign ups are just about to start.
Oct 30 Cooking and Costume Contest- Lets practice those cooking skills and see if we can grab any ideas for our Thanksgiving dinner. Cook up your best wear for the judges to decide who makes the best cakes, pies, meals or sides. Stick around for the best costume of the season. Do you have the funniest, pretties, or most original? Show your duds for a special prize. Stay for a pot luck party afterwards.
Special note: We like to decorate our house for fall. We like to transform our house to old and dilapidated. We will be adding spiders and webs, lighting, and making some areas a bit spooky for the faint at heart. If you totally hate anything to do with Halloween we suggest you miss this one. If you like the alternative to Halloween and enjoy a fun decorated house while wearing a silly costume, then I invite you to join us for this fun farm day. Please no demonic spooky costumes. Lets keep this fun and clean. Suggested costumes will be given as the time nears.
Nov will be on the 3rd week which will be considered the last school Friday of the month because the fourth Friday is Thanksgiving. Therefore November will be on the 20th
Nov 20th Arts and crafts- At this fun farm day we will be making crafts for your families holiday gifts. We will have all kinds of lovely options from very inexpensive to moderate pricing. After all, What family member wouldn’t appreciate a hand made gift over a store bought one? Please be sure to register early for this one as payment will need to be in early. Prices to be announced by October.
December will be none
Jan 29 Fire Safety – During this class students will learn all different aspects of being fire safe. From burning candles to having an escape route your children will have a great learning experience at this class. We will try to have a uniform for the kids to try on. No Guarantee!
Feb 26 The Great American Gold Rush. Come celebrate the days of gold here on the farm. We will have a hootenanny of a time at this one. There’s gold in that sand at the farm! Your job, to find it. Then sell it, trade it or barter for your meal, or supplies. Git yur self here and bring your hoe down spirit with ya!
March 26 To be announced
Apr 23 Come on an archeological dig on the farm. During this farm day kids will experience some real diggin fun. We will discover what it takes to be an archeologist, learn about animals, understand habitats of different species, go to the village market to look for clues, learn how to read hieroglyphics and dig for treasure. Can you find the clues that will take you to the right spot? Well, come and find out at the archeological dig on the farm.
May 28 Colonial Days class is pending. More information will be given as the date draws near.
June End of the year School Tiki Party!!!!! June 25th. More information will be given as the date draws near.
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Welcome all to the 2009 Cardboard Boat Race.
What is the Cardboard Boat Race?
It is a race that originated in 1974 at the Southern Illinois University. This event has become so popular that more than 1,500 participants and more than 100,000 spectators now enjoy it across America each summer.
Now it is your turn to join in the fun. Grab your friends or you family to build your very own cardboard boat to race at the Fun On The Farm Cardboard Boat Race. This event is sure to bring some good ole fashioned family fun, community spirit and creativity to the end of your summer as well as some creative learning to the beginning of your school year!
The cost of the race is 5 bucks per boat to cover the cost of the prizes and awards.
Here is the Challenge!
To design and build a human-powered boat made of corrugated cardboard and other approved materials which is capable of completing at least 2 laps in our 40 foot long pool, propelled by paddles or ores made of cardboard, is able to fit into a doorway and is no longer than 6 feet. This boat must hold at least two people but no more than three people can race together. You may team up with family or friends to make and race your boats. (See special rules for non-swimmers or Kindergarten and first grade.)
Permissible Materials for Construction
For building- Large pieces of corrugated cardboard found from furniture stores or appliance stores, cardboard boxes from mailers, pizza boxes, and cardboard tubes.
For sealing-
Duct tape,
Masking tape,
Glue,
Cling wrap,
Trash bags,
Plastic tarp,
Paper binders,
Liquid nails adhesive,
Latex paint and varnish.
Materials NOT allowed
Wood,
Styrofoam or rafts
Plastic sheathing
Fiberglass
Sona-Tubes,
Coated cardboard
Silicon,
Wax,
Tar
Caulking compounds
Metal
Staples,
Clamps (except paper binders),
Screws or anything-sharp
Special Rules for Kindergarten, First Grade and Non-Swimmers!
All non swimmers or any kindergarten and first graders are able to make a boat no less than 12 inches and no more than 1 foot and have some sort of Barbie, GI Joe or other character of similar size. These boats will be raced by the children blowing into a large cardboard tube (to be provided) and they will race in the shallow end the width of the pool, which is 20 feet long
Sign ups and Registration
Sign ups will begin on September 1st and continue until September 15th. Your registration fee of 5 dollars must be made by September 15th to hold your spot. Additionally, I am not a cooperation and I cannot afford to front everyone’s’ fee for the prizes. After the 15th your 5 bucks is non-refundable!
Send your checks Payable to Alicia Dingman to, 11307 East Ave R-4 Littlerock CA, 93543. Checks must be post dated by the 15th to be considered. If for some reason you need to cancel, please call me at 661-944-0582 before the 15th and I will shred your check.
Checks only, no cash will be accepted.
Registration begins at 10:00 am allowing you enough time assemble or to make any last minute changes to your boat. The race begins at 1:00 pm and will run until about 5:00 pm. Those interested in staying for an after race BBQ should contact me no later than Friday September 18th.
Contact me at schoolonthefarm@msn.com
Categories for Awards
- The Captains Award- Most spectacular or prettiest boat.
- The Pride of The Farm Award- Most creative design.
- Best Dressed/Best Spirit Team Award- The team that looks the best and has the best team spirit.
- Matchy Matchy Award- The team that best matches the theme of their boats
Prizes will be given to
- The fastest Boat -We will be timing the boats as they race.
- The Best Design- Everyone gets a say in this. You vote for the best!
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School stuff! If you are interested in keeping this with your curriculum please send your request to School On The Farm and I will send you some science curriculum to go with your project.
Additional information about building cardboard boats and viewing pictures can be found on Google
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